Thermostat Tips from Your Air Conditioner Service Technician

Posted December 7, 2015

Thermostat settings are largely dependent on your own preference and what you deem to be home comfort for you and your family. However, if you talk to one of our technicians about how you can use your thermostat to save money during your annual air conditioner service appointment, they will most likely provide a couple things to remember this winter.

While it’s nice to be consistently saving money because you have your thermostat at a lower setting, it could wind up costing more if you set it too low. The sweet spot is turning your thermostat back 10-15 degrees Fahrenheit/5-7 degrees Celsius for 8 hours, as it can save you between 5 and 15 percent on your energy bills each year, according to Energy.gov.

If your thermostat is set too cold or you completely shut off your air conditioner, you could risk freezing your pipes. This, of course, can cause issues for all of the uninsulated pipes in your home. Most kitchen and bathroom pipes aren’t insulated, so if they freeze, they could burst and cause significant water damage to your home.

Condensation is also an issue when you have your thermostat set too low. Your air conditioner service technician can help point out areas where this condensation could show up, so when you decide on a temperature, you can be sure it’s not going to potentially cause damage to any of the wood or electronics inside your home.

Your home comfort is one of the most important things to stay ahead of this winter, as it should be. Just because you want to save some money in the process doesn’t mean that you can’t keep comfortable either. Be sure to speak with one of our air conditioner service technicians if you have any questions about keeping your home comfy this season. Feel free to give us a call at 325-200-4667 to set up an appointment with us.

Abilene Air-Tech Inc offers dependable, quality service to homeowners in the Abilene community. Our expert technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable on all HVAC products, so you’ll be confident knowing you will get the results you need. The team at Abilene Air-Tech Inc holds themselves to high standards and are committed to providing the best customer service, whether you’re searching for a new HVAC system or have to schedule maintenance on your current system. If you have questions or need assistance with your HVAC system, contact us at 325-200-4667 or arrange an appointment online to get started on your home comfort needs!